VIDEO: Charles do Bronx appears sharp in training and increases expectations for rematch at UFC 326

Charles of the Bronx celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

Charles of the Bronx intensified preparations for the rematch against Max Holloway at UFC 326, scheduled for March 7th, in a video released on social media. The Brazilian, who considered retirement last year, is experiencing a special moment, and could win an unprecedented title in his career.

The current phase contrasts with the difficult moment experienced after the knockout defeat to Ilia Topuria, at UFC 317, a period in which the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) considered ending his career. Despite the setback, the Brazilian moved forward, overcoming Mateusz gamrot At UFC Rio in October 2025, a result that put him back on the path to big fights. Now focused on another challenge, 'Do Bronx' appears in the images training at high intensity, with strong sequences of punches and elbows, simulating combat situations against the Hawaiian.

Charles Oliveira is leaving no stone unturned in his preparation for the Max Holloway Rematch. 🔥

(Via @CharlesDoBronxs ) pic.twitter.com/esmVgZPfkQ

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) February 28, 2026

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At UFC 326, Charles will have the opportunity to win a symbolic 'BMF' belt and even the score against Holloway, who won their first fight in August 2015. Check out the UFC 326 fight card below (subject to change).

UFC 326 fight schedule

MAIN CARD (from 23pm)

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Max Holloway x Charles of the Bronx – Fight for the belt

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Caio Borralho x Reinier DeRidder

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Rob font x Raúl Rosas Jr.

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Drew dober x Michael Johnson

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): gregory rodrigues x Brunno Ferreira

PRELIMINARY CARD (from 19pm)

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): cody garbrandt x Xiao Long

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Donte Johnson x Dusko Todorovic

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Ricky Turcios Alberto Montes

Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): cody durden x Nyamjargal Tumendemberel

Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Sumudaerji x Jesus Aguilar

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Joosang Yoo x Gaston Bolanos

Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Luke Fernandez x Rodolfo Bellato